Prudential Risk

Trading & Investment

RBI Allows Standalone Primary Dealers to Borrow Forex

By Ajoy K Das | 06/05/2024

Standalone primary dealers can now borrow FX from their parent companies and other authorised entities.

Liquidity Risk

China Issues New Rules for Private Securities Investment Funds

By Editors | 06/05/2024

The rules were proposed last May but have since been relaxed in several aspects, including a lower forced liquidation threshold.

Resolution & Recovery

NZ Treasury Consults on Funding for Depositor Compensation

By Editors | 06/05/2024

The consultation paper seeks feedback on the funding strategy for the Depositor Compensation Scheme.

Emerging Prudential Risks

ASEAN+3 Ministers Approve New Rapid Financing Facility

By Editors | 06/05/2024

The Rapid Financing Facility will enable ASEAN+3 countries to access emergency financing during periods of urgent balance of payments needs.

Credit Risk

RBI Proposes Higher Provisions for Projects Under Construction

By Ajoy K Das | 05/05/2024

The RBI proposes to require higher provisions for financing of projects in the construction phase, even if not overdue or stressed.

Trading & Investment

Taiwan Unveils Measures to Enhance Regulatory System for ETFs

By Mark Johnston | 03/05/2024

The FSC will review ETF sales documents. SITCA will strengthen advertising reviews. Indices tracked by ETFs will have to be approved.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Risks in APAC Private Credit Sector are Limited: HKMA Research

By Manesh Samtani | 03/05/2024

However, further monitoring is warranted as private credit funds are increasingly open-ended, using leverage, and loosening their underwriting standards.

Operational Risk

DBS Experiences Disruption Days After MAS Lifts Restrictions

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/05/2024

Customers of the Singapore bank experienced internet banking and payment services disruptions for more than two hours on Thursday.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Australia Publishes Details on Reforms to Foreign Investment Regime

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/05/2024

Greater scrutiny will apply to foreign investments in sensitive sectors. Passive investors with a strong track record would receive less scrutiny.